They helped Democrats win back the House in 2018. Now they’re taking on a new mission

In 2018, Democrats won back the House with the help of dozens of candidates with national security backgrounds who vowed to serve as a check against the first Trump administration. This year two of those candidates – Virginia’s Abigail Spanberger and New Jersey’s Mikie Sherrill – are taking on a new challenge following President Donald Trump’s return to power: running for governor.

​ In 2018, Democrats won back the House with the help of dozens of candidates with national security backgrounds who vowed to serve as a check against the first Trump administration. This year two of those candidates – Virginia’s Abigail Spanberger and New Jersey’s Mikie Sherrill – are taking on a new challenge following President Donald Trump’s return to power: running for governor. Read More Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN